Models and Miniatures
Late 19th Century English Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
1950s German Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
2010s American Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
1990s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1880s French Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Art Deco Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
1950s Japanese Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Paper
1980s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 1900s British Georgian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal, Iron
Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1960s Mexican Industrial Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1940s German Other Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood, Rubber
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Stone, Agate, Metal, Enamel
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Mirror, Wood
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 2000s Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Streamlined Moderne Models and Miniatures
Wood, Birch, Fruitwood
20th Century English Victorian Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate, Copper
1960s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Wood
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Metal, Enamel
19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak, Rosewood, Walnut
Early 1900s English Antique Models and Miniatures
Cork
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Carnelian, Jade, Quartz, Metal, Enamel
Late 19th Century European Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Models and Miniatures
Stoneware
Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Rock Crystal, Metal, Silver
19th Century American Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Wrought Iron
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1860s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Early 20th Century Jamaican Chippendale Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal, Gold
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Iron
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
19th Century American Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
1790s Italian Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century Belgian Models and Miniatures
Wood
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fabric, Plastic, Wood
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Stone, Metal
Antique and Vintage Models and Miniatures
There’s a place in every room for antique and vintage models and miniatures to fit in as small pieces of decor with character. Given their diversity of design, they are well suited to fit any style of space. From boats and spaceships to animals and race cars, there is a model for every taste.
Among the earliest known uses of miniatures are models found in Egypt dating back to 3,000 B.C. They were placed in pyramids as part of religious ceremonies. Elsewhere in the ancient world, small-scale architectural models were used in burial rituals. Since then, people have made miniaturized models for a variety of purposes.
Around the turn of the last century, toy companies created sought-after miniatures like trains. In the 1930s, airplane model kits took off in popularity. Later, Pop artists helped turn these kid treasures into a higher art form, such as Andy Warhol’s 1983 Toy Paintings.
Many people now use miniatures to decorate. Miniatures and models can be a playful accent, especially in areas of leisure, like a living room, salon or bedroom. Some collect miniatures to show off a range of favorite passions, while others focus on one type of model to add sophistication to their home.
Models can depict animals, people or places — as they do for an interactive project called Gulliver’s Gate in New York — and can contribute to the curation of a space or express a personality. Connoisseurs can find folk art and historical miniatures from every era. They have been created in classic and modern designs ranging from kitsch collectibles to old-world oddities.
Explore the collection of models and miniatures on 1stDibs today to build your collection and bring whimsical joy to your home.